02. REECE DARLINGTON-DELAIRE

// The Lion King, Filmmaking and Following Creative Nudges

This week I welcome a wonderful guest from the UK, Reece Darlington-Delaire.

Reece’s professional career started whilst attending Italia Conti Academy performing as young Simba in The Lion King (West End). He later trained at the Urdang Academy graduating with a diploma in musical theatre. 

After leaving college, he appeared in Bodyguard das musical in Germany and also performed in the stage as well as the recorded film version of Aladdin (West End). 

His TV credits include ITV’S All Star Musicals and Strictly Come Dancing Live Launch. Other credits include Grayboy Entertainment and Qdos pantomimes as dance captain and also workshopping the choreography for Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again the Movie. 

In the commercial industry Reece has performed Nike fashion shows, Goldwell hair performances and featured in Music Videos for Limahl and Misunderstood. 

In 2019, Reece launched his own film production company, Silver Cactus Productions. His experience as a performer provides a perspective behind the camera that enhances the artistry of his talent from his understanding of how the movement should look and also feel as a dancer. 

 Reece is currently performing in The Lion King (West End) as part of the dance ensemble.

Reece is very insightful and shares beautifully in this episode about his childhood, career pathway, how our passions can change, trusting your instincts to fuel your creativity and the importance of separating your identity from a creative job. I could listen to his dulcet tones all day so I’m sure you will enjoy them too!

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